Three ways to save on long-term care insurance

2. Right-size coverage. Some long-term care insurance is always better than none. Factor in other sources of income such as Social Security, pension and 401(k) plans that can pay costs and allow you to add money-saving options such as a 90-day deductible (Elimination Period) or consider a limited-pay plan with a Shared Care option that allows two spouses to share a common benefit pool.

3. Compare coverage. Each insurer establishes its own rates, health standards and available discounts. As a result, virtually equal protection from two highly-rated insurers can vary by between 30 and 80 percent. Ask your insurance professional if they have access to policies from just one or from multiple insurers.